Chapel Hill Comics new location

Posted by admin @ 11:26 am, September 11th, 2008

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Their new location is seven doors down at 316 W Franklin Street, right next to Ham’s, in the former location of “Paint the Earth”.  Not only will they still be carrying the wide variety of comics, books, and graphic novels they have always carried, but the larger space gives them the ability to widen their range even further!

In addition to the newly expanded sales floor, they will be able to host a much wider variety of events at the store, from signings to concerts, to reading groups, to cartooning classes and birthday parties! Chapel Hill Comics will have many different types of events and gatherings in their store.  They have been nominated for numerous awards, and have won “Best Comic Book Store in the Triangle” for the second year in a row!”

 

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HURRICANE: HANNA, IKE & TROPICAL STORM JOSEPHINE

Posted by admin @ 12:42 pm, September 4th, 2008
    

                                                                         

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Reports of storn damage from Hurricane Gustav are still coming in.  In ther next 24 hours, the projected path for the eye of Hurricane Hanna stretches from central North Carolina to the Outer Banks.  Hurricanes Ike and Josephine are stacked up in the Atlantic like jets looking for a place to land.   

 

As hazardous weather conditions approach, everyone needs to be prepared. A key survival tool for every households is a 72-hour hurricane survival kit. During natural disasters, emergency responders may not be able to assist as quickly as they normally can due to hazardous travel conditions and/or increased call volume. We must be ready to take care of our families and ourselves.

“Now is the best time to make sure that you have at least a three-day supply of essential items as well as crucial information ready for immediate use or transportation if needed,” said Colonel Frank Montes de Oca, Director of Orange County Emergency Services.

  

For preparedness, the following items should be stored in your home. Some of the same items should also be stored in your vehicle. 

RECOMMENDED 72-HOUR EMERGENCY KIT 

Prepare a minimum three-day supply of essential items for each person and any pets in your home. Store your kit in a convenient place known to all family members. The kit should be in containers or bags (such as backpacks) that are durable, waterproof and portable for possible evacuation or relocation to an emergency shelter if necessary.   

  • Battery-operated radio/TV  
  • Flashlights and extra batteries  
  • Drinking water (1 gallon per person per day), stored in clean plastic containers with tight-fitting screw-cap lids, and other beverages
  • Canned food, manual can opener, and cooking fuel such as sterno 
  • Medications and prescriptions and contact information for family physicians 
  • Special food and supplies for infants, elderly people, diabetics, etc.  
  • First-aid kit and first-aid manual  
  • Fire extinguisher  
  • Bedding supplies, sanitary supplies (toilet paper, feminine supplies)  
  • Cards, books, small games, road maps 
  • Clothing, rain gear, sturdy shoes, extra glasses or contacts 
  • Credit cards and cash, extra set of car keys, insurance policy numbers 
  • Picture ID  
  • List of important family information, style and serial numbers of medical devices, such as pacemakers 
  • Food, water, medications, toys and carriers for all household pets  

For specific questions regarding hurricane preparedness, contact Orange County Emergency Services at (919) 968-2050.  Pre-Planning Save Lives, Be Prepared!

Monitor local media outlets for critical news and advisories. Additional preparation and disaster information can be found on the Orange County Emergency Services web site.

The American Red Cross, local power companies and state and federal emergency agencies provide preparedness and survival information.  Check their websites for additional information. 

American Red Cross

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)